Fan support for actor Heo Nam-joon is drawing attention in the Best Actor category of the June 2026 Netizen Awards.

As of 6:28 p.m. on the 15th, according to the Best Actor voting tally, Heo Nam-joon recorded 26 votes (0.1%), ranking 20th. Currently, Byeon Woo-seok is running in first place with an overwhelming lead of 11,126 votes (43.3%). Ryeoun follows in second place with 2,646 votes (10.3%), and Lee Joon-gi is in third with 1,656 votes (6.4%). Additionally, Kim Nam-gil (1,437 votes), Rowoon (1,395 votes), Park Bo-gum (1,189 votes), and Jang Ki-yong (1,035 votes) are following close behind, engaging in a fierce ranking competition.

Although his current vote count is not large, public and fan interest in Heo Nam-joon has continued steadily through his acting projects. In particular, he recently starred alongside actress Lim Ji-yeon in the SBS drama 'Brave New World,' receiving enthusiastic praise from viewers.

Evaluated as having showcased a new acting transformation through this project, Heo Nam-joon drew positive reactions for maximizing the drama's immersion through his chemistry with Lim Ji-yeon. Based on this, there is sufficient speculation about the potential for his fanbase to expand in the future.

Since the Netizen Awards determine rankings through direct fan participation, the biggest focus is on how much fan support for Heo Nam-joon will rally during the remaining voting period. Attention is on whether the high favorability gained through 'Brave New World' will translate into actual votes and lay the groundwork for a late surge.